1998 Aston Martin Vantage vs. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E
To start off, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Aston Martin Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Aston Martin Vantage would be higher. At 5,341 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Aston Martin Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (600 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 302 more horse power than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. (298 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage should accelerate faster than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage weights approximately 45 kg more than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mercedes-Benz E is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Aston Martin Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Aston Martin Vantage (814 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 444 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. (370 Nm @ 5250 RPM). This means 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mercedes-Benz E. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E has automatic transmission and 1998 Aston Martin Vantage has manual transmission. 1998 Aston Martin Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Mercedes-Benz E will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Aston Martin Vantage | 2013 Mercedes-Benz E | |
Make | Aston Martin | Mercedes-Benz |
Model | Vantage | E |
Year Released | 1998 | 2013 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5341 cc | 3500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | dual-disk rotary |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 600 HP | 298 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 814 Nm | 370 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100 mm | 92 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 85 mm | 86 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 12.0:1 |
Top Speed | 322 km/hour | 210 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed shiftable automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1970 kg | 1925 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4895 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 2071 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1517 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2874 mm |